Ramon's El Dorado

Ramon's El Dorado The Cuisine of Mexico is one of the most varied in the world today. Some of our recipes date back two centuries, handed down from generation to generation.
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Our menu includes varied dishes for you to savor and enjoy from many different regions of Mexico and the special creations of "Ramon's El Dorado." Ramon's features daily lunch and happy hour specials. Voted #1 Guacamole by the RFT and Best Margarita by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Planning a large party or gathering? Call and reserve your seating ahead of time.

09/24/2022

Ramon’s El Dorado will be closed until further notice.

Gracias

08/23/2022

Ramon’s is closed Tuesday 8/23.

We reopen tomorrow at 4pm. Gracias!

08/19/2022

UPDATE

Ramon's is back open. We'll see you at 4pm. Gracias!

07/26/2022

UPDATE

Ramon's will reopen at 4pm today. Thanks for your patience!

07/14/2022

Ramon's will be temporarily closed this evening.

We will reopen our doors tomorrow at 4pm. Gracias!

Ramon's El Dorado will be closed Saturday 7/2 so that our staff may enjoy time with family and friends. We'll see you Tu...
07/01/2022

Ramon's El Dorado will be closed Saturday 7/2 so that our staff may enjoy time with family and friends. We'll see you Tuesday!

Happy weekend!

The wait is over. Thank you to the Belleville News-Democrat for helping to get the word out on our reopening.We can’t wa...
06/14/2022

The wait is over. Thank you to the Belleville News-Democrat for helping to get the word out on our reopening.

We can’t wait to serve you! 💜

The restaurant’s owner is back to work after having surgery last month.

We are beyond thrilled to announce that after nearly a month away, we are reopening our doors.Effective tomorrow (6/14),...
06/14/2022

We are beyond thrilled to announce that after nearly a month away, we are reopening our doors.

Effective tomorrow (6/14), we’ll be temporarily operating with special dinner hours only (T-S 4-8p). We ask that you bear with us while we get back up to speed!

Once again, our family cannot thank you enough for the texts, calls, letters, visits, and donations while we were away. We’ve really missed you.

After such an incredible outpouring of support, we are thrilled to report that Carlos’s surgery was a success. He is now...
06/01/2022

After such an incredible outpouring of support, we are thrilled to report that Carlos’s surgery was a success. He is now home getting plenty of rest and recovery, and is completely overwhelmed by the generosity shown by the community he loves. Without your help, he wouldn’t have been able to take the time he needs to heal properly. But because of you, he can.

Our family can’t thank you enough for the love you’ve shown for Ramon’s and for Carlos Sr. We hope to reopen our doors to you all soon! ❤️

If you know Ramon's, then you know the man in this photo. For the last several years, he has worked tirelessly to feed t...
05/17/2022

If you know Ramon's, then you know the man in this photo.

For the last several years, he has worked tirelessly to feed the community where he was raised and preserve the legacy that his father built. And like most small businesses, this one struggles to hold on. Despite the overwhelming number of obstacles Ramon's has faced, Carlos Sr. has continued to work nearly every day to take care of his family, staff, community, and to keep this business alive. And he does it all while putting himself last.

Last month, our family received news that Carlos' health is compromised and he will need to undergo surgery. Effective today (5/17), we will be closing our doors until further notice. Our future is uncertain, but know that Carlos is determined to open our doors again to this community.

Sadly, without Carlos, Ramon's El Dorado cannot continue to stay open or manage its many expenses. At this time, we are asking for the help of the community he loves so much. Thank you for your support, Collinsville.

We see you, Carlos. And we love you.💜

If you know Ramon's, then you know the man in this photo. For the last se… Carlos Alexander Otero needs your support for For Carlos Sr and Ramon's El Dorado

05/11/2022

Ramon’s will open at 4pm tomorrow.

¡Gracias!

WOW. We are overwhelmed by the incredible support we’ve seen today for . You completely cleaned us out of food!Ramon’s ...
05/06/2022

WOW. We are overwhelmed by the incredible support we’ve seen today for . You completely cleaned us out of food!

Ramon’s will be closed until 3pm tomorrow to give our staff time to rest, and to replenish our food supply.

Thank you, Collinsville, Illinois. We love you. 💜

Address

1711 Saint Louis Road
Collinsville, IL
62234

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4pm - 8pm
Wednesday 4pm - 8pm
Thursday 4am - 8pm
Friday 4pm - 8pm
Saturday 4pm - 8pm

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Our Story

The year is 1967 and Raymundo Otero, a Mexican immigrant with a family to feed, takes a chance on $5 worth of taco meat. It's the last $5 he has to his name, after a work accident leaves him nearly paralyzed and fully penniless.

Raymundo and his wife Estella go to work, preparing a tray of traditional Mexican food they hope to sell out of the family car to bar patrons in town. In a single day, Raymundo's $5 wager yields over $18. With a spring in his step and a newfound confidence, Raymundo knows he's onto something. The novelty of his centuries-old recipes could very well put him on the fast track to living the American Dream.

Raymundo discovers opportunity in a modest chicken joint in town. He convinces the owner to let him sell his Mexican delicacies to visitors, trading a portion of the profits for a place to sell. Sure enough, the chicken joint starts filling up with locals pining for Raymundo's creations. And eventually, he earns enough to purchase the small establishment from his friend, whom he never forgot. Finally, Raymundo has a place he can call his own. A humble wedge of land where a gas station once stood, and a sprawling two tables for seating.